What You Need to Know
Kurdish pastry, or plain pastry, is a type of pastry derived from oily kömbe, usually made and sold in pastry shops. It is prepared with flour, butter, and vegetable oil, and is typically sprinkled with powdered sugar.
Steps
- 1.
Kömbe (Kurdistan): Base dough for traditional sweet pastries
- 2.
Baklava (Ottoman Empire): Provides flaky layers for the dessert
- 3.
Börek (Turkey): Forms the crisp exterior for savory fillings
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard Reaction